Bumbershoot: Bob Dylan, Neko Case, and more

(Seattle Center) DEGREE TO WHICH I THINK HE'S IMPORTANT: 7
I personally think that Bob Dylan's presence and influence in music will be felt for a long time to come. He popularized the idea that singers do not have to be talented in the traditional sense in order to be appreciated. Considering that Bob Dylan has been around since the 1960s, I believe it's safe to say his music has some staying power with the population. But do I wish for his music to remain? I can't say that I really care. I am of the opinion that even though he did so much, we need to move on. See guide.

Bumbershoot Afterparty (with surprise Warp Records recording artist)

(Crocodile) Soooo... as far as surprises go, tonight's secret guest is not exactly a Sherlock Holmes—caliber mystery. Unless Aphex Twin snuck in there while we weren't watching (and he is a tricky bastard), the only Warp Records recording artist in town for Bumbershoot this weekend is loopy IDM-fiddler-turned-soul-crooner Jamie Lidell. And the Crocodile would be a lovely, slightly more intimate place than the Seattle Center grounds to see the dapper Mr. Lidell do his thing. Whether looping his solo beatboxing into odd, spittle-flecked funk jams or leading his sometimes freaky band (double sax, holy robes) in mostly faithful soul reviews, Lidell is an utterly charming performer. His records have grown increasingly trad over the years, but here's hoping tonight's show, away from the family festival crowds and back in the nightclub, will inspire him to get down to the weird. ERIC GRANDY

Head, Blank Its, Warning: Danger!, Thee Headliners

(Funhouse) Once upon a time, a brave prince named Brian Foss, who was forever busy protecting his kingdom from an evil army that disguised itself as "punk rock," traveled the land under the banner of the "Warped Tour" and met a beautiful damsel named Cyndi. They fell in love, and on this very day five years ago, they were married. Now Brian valiantly defends his territories with Cyndi at his side. He brings honorable and virtuous punk rock to both his grand stage at Yee Olde Funhouse and the airways, on KEXP's Sonic Reducer show every Saturday night. Tonight is a celebration honoring the prince and his bride. Head will raise the punk flag high in Brian and Cyndi's honor. They will also perform their magically classical Angry Samoans—meet-the-Ramones variety of music for all to enjoy. THE END. KELLY O

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